How to Pronounce "make a point"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɔɪnt
MAYK-uh-POINT
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /pˈɔɪnt
MAYK-uh-POINT
Definition
To express an idea clearly and strongly, or to deliberately show that something is important.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɔɪnt
British English
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /pˈɔɪnt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK-uh-POINT
UK
MAYK-uh-POINT
Listen in Context
She always makes a point to thank everyone after meetings.
Tom made a point about being on time.
I make a point of exercising every day.
He made a point of speaking slowly so everyone could understand.